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Bunker Hill Dragstrip Since 1956 |
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Dragstrip Starting Line For current information call the track, 765 689 8248 or check the current track conditions link. Welcome to the dragstrip starting line. From here you can access all of the pages concerning Bunker Hill Dragstrip. Use the navigation links at the left of the page to reach the latest results and news, the dragstrip schedule of events, current points standings, a listing of the Torco Race Fuels Race of Champions entrants, a tutorial on the basics of drag racing, a special events schedule, a general guidelines page plus other useful links. Some basic statistics about Bunker Hill Dragstrip: Elevation: 600 ft. above sea level, 2,700 feet in total length, 1/8 mile asphalt race format, 140 foot concrete launch pad and 1,900 feet of shut down. There are four exits from the track to the return road. The latest T S I Super 2000 Plus timing system is used with infra red photo cells at the starting line, 60', 330', 594' and at the 660' finish line. Bunker Hill Dragstrip has been in operation since 1956, and is celebrating 52 years of motorsports entertainment in 2008.
Three classes of cars, one class of Motorcycles, and two classes of Junior Dragsters are raced at our weekly events, plus special events throughout the season. Super Pro; all out performance, special built race vehicles, performing from 4.50 seconds to 7.75 seconds elapsed time (E.T.) in the 1/8 mile asphalt dragstrip. Delay boxes, trans brakes and two step rev limiters permitted. Any type of device used to determine vehicle "down track location" strictly prohibited. Any and all race vehicles are subject to inspection at any time to verify legality in such matters. Super Pro Motorcycle; the full range of motorcycles, from special built race vehicles to highly modified street bikes, performing from 4.50 seconds E.T. and slower. Snowmobiles with asphalt pads and skid dollies may participate as well. Pro; usually OEM full bodied type muscle cars with some serious modifications for drag racing purposes, E.T. from 6.00 seconds to 8.99 seconds, generally not drivable on the street and used only to drag race. No delay boxes permitted. Sportsman; (formerly Street) this is typically any type of street legal vehicle, performance level from 7.50 second E.T. and slower. Exhaust system must have mufflers, performance mufflers permitted. Racing slicks are also permitted. Trophy; this is typically any type of street legal vehicle, performance level from 7.35 second E.T. and slower. Exhaust system must have mufflers, performance mufflers permitted. DOT branded tires are required. Jr. Dragster - Major; half scale dragsters utilizing one 5 H.P. Briggs and Stratton engine, for the kids. Major class consist of ages 10 to 18 at an E. T. performance level of 8.90 second E.T. and slower, 1/8 mile, plus Advanced Jr. dragsters, ages 13 to 18, at an E.T. performance level as quick as 7.90, 1/8 mile. Trophy to winner and runner up. Jr. Dragster - Minor; half scale dragsters utilizing one 5 H.P. Briggs and Stratton engine, for the kids. Minor class consist of ages 8 & 9 at an E. T. performance level of 12.90 and slower, plus ages 10 & 11 at an E.T. performance level of 11.90 and slower. Trophy to winner and runner up. Bunker Hill Dragstrip is Located 10 miles N. of Kokomo off of U.S. 31, East 1.5 miles on C.R. 900 South, at C.R. 150 West. Race day Crew/Spectators $10, children under 12 are free. Times may vary dependent upon weather conditions & special events. If in doubt call the track first, 765.689.8248 031908 The contents of these
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